Summer's Deli & Catering — Restaurant in San Diego

This is a good mom & pop establishment. Nothing fancy, just a business park deli making sandwiches. There's a few other items like wraps and breakfast burritos which I haven't gotten around to trying yet, but the options are there. I typically get the Italian torpedo, Reuben, or meatball sub. I tried the Sorento recently which is pretty much a club+ham. I would get it again. They have weathered the COVID-19 hit, so I would assume that says something especially since the neighboring companies like mine sent the majority of their workforce home until recently. I prefer this place to the company subsidized cafeteria. The staff has always been very friendly. The seating is pretty sparse, but there is an oddly pleasant bench circle surrounding a sculpture covered by shade sails in the adjacent parking lot. Nice on a warm sunny day. I haven't sat there recently as it seems to be drawing more of a crowd. The sculpture might be gone now and there appears to be more trees as they were obfuscating the view of...

Used to be called the: Sunshine Deli, 25+ years ago... when I first started having lunch there...

What is my judgement of the "atmosphere" here? Too funny. It's a deli, in a commercial area. When I was little, one of my Uncles said: You can't eat atmosphere.

My opinion of the food & service? 5/5 stars. A+. Service has ALWAYS been great. Prices are reasonable. Lots of great sandwiches to choose from. Never had a hot sandwich, but every "cold" sandwich has been great. Today's bean & cheese burrito w/chicken was... average. I will continue to have...

It sounds like you found a reliable spot for lunch! Consistency, freshness, and quick service are key factors in making a lunch spot a go-to choice. Whether you're in a rush or looking for a satisfying meal, a place like this can really hit the spot. Plus, knowing you can count on them for a tasty sandwich each time makes it...